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Myanmar Military Regains Territory Amid Air Raids and Conscription Drive

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WORLD Aug 30, 2026, 9:50 am

Myanmar Military Regains Territory Amid Air Raids and Conscription Drive

Myanmar's military recaptures key towns through intense air strikes, increased conscription, and backing from China, shifting the conflict dynamics.

Protests Erupt in New York Over Hindu Nationalist Leader’s Visit

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Aug 30, 2026, 9:50 am

Protests Erupt in New York Over Hindu Nationalist Leader’s Visit

Demonstrators in New York City protested the event featuring Mohan Bhagwat, head of India's RSS, highlighting tensions over Hindu nationalism abroad.

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Rival Factions Clash in Niger Capital Following Mutiny at Key Sites

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Aug 30, 2026, 9:35 am

Rival Factions Clash in Niger Capital Following Mutiny at Key Sites

Mutineers in Niger launch attacks on the airport and presidency, leading to a tense standoff between rival factions in the capital city.

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Saudi Arabia Arrests Over 14,000 for Residency and Labor Law Violations

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Aug 30, 2026, 9:35 am

Saudi Arabia Arrests Over 14,000 for Residency and Labor Law Violations

Saudi authorities detained 14,434 individuals violating residency and labor regulations, reflecting ongoing enforcement efforts.

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US Deports Afghan Relative to Conflict-Ridden Central African Republic

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Aug 30, 2026, 8:30 am

US Deports Afghan Relative to Conflict-Ridden Central African Republic

An Afghan national, previously granted US protection, is among several individuals deported to the Central African Republic, a nation plagued by ongoing…

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Berlin Memorial Displays Bullet-Riddled Car to Honor Hind Rajab

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Aug 30, 2026, 7:05 am

Berlin Memorial Displays Bullet-Riddled Car to Honor Hind Rajab

A Berlin memorial features a bullet-riddled car to commemorate six-year-old Palestinian Hind Rajab, highlighting the impact of violence on children.

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Rising Online Anti-Muslim Sentiment Contrasts with South Africa’s Complex Reality

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Aug 30, 2026, 5:50 am

Rising Online Anti-Muslim Sentiment Contrasts with South Africa’s Complex Reality

Despite increasing online anti-Muslim rhetoric in South Africa, the lived experiences of communities reveal a more nuanced and multifaceted social landscape.

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